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Avery Bradley's diligence reaps rewards for Lakers in win over Clippers

Avery Bradley scored a season-high 24 points in the Lakers' win over the Clippers. He credits being 'in the gym every night' for his improved game.




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Lakers wait on the NBA to decide protocol of games amid coronavirus outbreak

The Lakers and the NBA are trying to deal with the coronavirus and how it might affect the rest of the season.




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NBA suspends season indefinitely over coronavirus pandemic

The NBA on Wednesday moved to suspend the season indefinitely amid the coronavirus pandemic, which included Utah's Rudy Gobert contracting COVID-19.




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Coronavirus has NBA in wait-and-see mode for next 30 days

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said teams will not play for at least 30 days and will not gather in groups through this weekend in wake of coronavirus outbreak.




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Lakers to self-quarantine after four Nets test positive for coronavirus

Four players on the Brooklyn Nets, whose last game was played versus the Lakers, have tested positive for the coronavirus, the team announced Tuesday.




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Hernández: Lakers' possible exposure to coronavirus shows seriousness of this pandemic

Like millions of other Americans, the Lakers might have been exposed to the virus at work, specifically in their last game before the NBA suspended its season.




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Majority of Lakers players in L.A. get tested for coronavirus

The majority of Lakers players in L.A. were tested for the coronavirus Wednesday, a day after learning they were exposed to Nets players who tested positive.




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NBA reacts to criticism of teams getting tested for coronavirus

A handful of NBA teams including the Lakers have offered coronavirus testing for their players, a service not available to the public. Here's how.




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Two Lakers test positive for the coronavirus

Two players on the Lakers have tested positive for the coronavirus, the team confirmed.




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Anthony Davis to help Staples Center employees, local restaurants and hospital workers

Lakers star Anthony Davis announces a partnership with world's largest cold food storage company to help Staples Center employees find jobs during the coronavirus pandemic.




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Anthony Davis tries to stay busy — and informed — during NBA shutdown

Catching up with the Lakers All-Star forward and what it's been like for him during the quarantine and continuing suspension of play.




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Lakers clear quarantine; no players have coronavirus symptoms

Having finished home quarantine, the Lakers announced no players have coronavirus symptoms.




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Survey: LeBron is L.A.'s favorite athlete, and he plays for the favorite team

Loyola Marymount asked Los Angeles residents to name their favorite athlete and favorite team. Who finished just behind LeBron James and the Lakers?




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The resumption of NBA season might rely on protocols not yet available

Before NBA play can resume, a number of medical protocols should be in place to protect players, staff and arena workers. Medical experts say that is a problem.




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Magical day with Lakers legend is just part of 'all in' coronavirus fundraiser

Lakers legend Magic Johnson and Clippers coach Doc Rivers are among those participating in an auction that's raising millions to help feed people during the COVID-19 pandemic.




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Lakers pay back $4.6 million received from coronavirus rescue loan program

The Lakers have paid back $4.6 million in federal coronavirus relief the franchise applied for as part of the Paycheck Protection Program.




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Amid coronavirus shutdown, NBA hasn't given up on salvaging the regular season

The NBA continues to review its options for resuming play, and that includes some form of finishing the regular season ahead of the playoffs.




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LeBron James heads list of those with most to lose if NBA is shut down by coronavirus

If the NBA doesn't come back this season because of the coronavirus pandemic, here are the five biggest losers, starting with LeBron James




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NBA postpones draft lottery and combine indefinitely because of coronavirus

As anticipated, the NBA suspended its draft lottery and combine indefinitely amid the ongoing coronavirus shutdown.




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How to dye Easter eggs with stuff you already have in your pantry or fridge

Stuck at home without a store-bought Easter egg kit due to COVID-19 and the coronavirus lockdown? No worries; there are lots of fun ways to decorate white and brown eggs in time for Sunday's search spree!




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Coronavirus is prompting young adults to move home with mom and dad. But should they?

As the coronavirus pandemic become grimmer, young people are considering moving home with their parents and extended family. But that presents risks.




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Many of us haven't touched another human for weeks. What's the price of no contact?

Humans could physically come together to confront the worst crises the last century offered. Not this one, however, and our isolation has consequences.




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How to avoid becoming a coronavirus divorce statistic

The shutdown situation can be uniquely hard on married couples. Here's how to help your marriage survive coronavirus.




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Etiquette podcast 'Were You Raised by Wolves?' adjusts the rules in coronavirus quarantine

Before the coronavirus pandemic, a hot etiquette topic for "Were You Raised by Wolves" hosts Nick Leighton and Leah Bonnema was the use of mobile phone flashlights to read restaurant menus. Now the popular podcast is an escape for quarantine life.




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Tell us: What's your coronavirus dating story?

What's it like dating in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic? Tell us your story.




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Two years ago, she competed on 'The Voice.' Now she's the star of a coronavirus block party

A former contestant on "The Voice" leads a weekly performance in her Upland cul-de-sac where neighbors connect to get through the pandemic together.




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The coronavirus pandemic is terrifying — it's OK to laugh

The pandemic-related social media posts are crude. They are youthful. They mock the joys of family togetherness. Yet, they are a balm just when we need it most.




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Chris Erskine: I'm leaving The Times. I hope you had a laugh or two in my long run here

I believed life's little moments were worthy of a great newspaper, not because they were happening to me, but because they were happening to everyone.




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'I want to learn how to date without hooking up first': Coronavirus dating stories

We asked readers to share their experiences about what it's like dating in the middle of a pandemic. Many hope the shutdown will lead to deeper connections, and love. One unexpected upside? You don't need to wear pants -- or even shower -- for virtual dates. Here are some highlights.




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I'm a boomer afraid of the coronavirus. My millennial roommate thinks it's a joke

I know that many millennials are doing their part to flatten the curve. But it's nerve-wracking not to trust someone you live with.




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L.A.'s love coach answers the 7 most common coronavirus dating questions

L.A. dating coach Damona Hoffman tackles dating and relationship questions on her weekly podcast, "Dates & Mates." Today she shares answers to the most common questions about love in the time of coronavirus.




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USC's basketball team is hoping for a favorable February this season

The USC men's basketball team has been hot, winning 10 of its last 12 games. But the Trojans are approaching February, a month that had been brutal for them.




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USC cancels 2021 matchup in football with UC Davis

USC has told UC Davis that the scheduled 2021 matchup between the teams is off. The Trojans have never played a team in the Football Championship Subdivision.




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USC unravels down the stretch, drops a 14-point lead in loss to Colorado

Onyeka Okongwu had 21 points, Jonah Mathews added 17, and Nick Rakocevic had 14 points and 11 rebounds but USC could not hold onto a 14-point lead and finish a comeback in a 70-66 loss to Colorado.




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USC suspends spring football because of coronavirus concerns

USC suspends spring football practice Thursday because of the coronavirus pandemic. The Trojans held their first practice on Wednesday.




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How USC and Mike Bohn managed an unprecedented situation with coronavirus outbreak

Athletic director Mike Bohn's steady hand and guiding principle, according to administrators and coaches, helped USC through trying times this week.




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Clay Helton focused on keeping USC players safe amid concerns about the coronavirus

USC football coach Clay Helton isn't concerned about losing spring practice time. His focus now is on keeping his players healthy.




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Coronavirus pandemic ended USC's NCAA title hopes in men's tennis

The USC men's tennis team, led by seniors Brandon Holt and Riley Smith, was ranked No. 1 in the nation before the coronavirus pandemic derailed the season.




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Andy Enfield is convinced USC could have made a run in NCAA tournament

USC coach Andy Enfield says the Trojans were good enough to make a run in the NCAA tournament. But because of the coronavirus, he'll never know.




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The Check-In: USC's McClain brothers find some good during coronavirus shutdown

Abdul-Malik and Munir McClain, who play football at USC, are living a new normal during the pandemic. It's virtual classrooms and virtual lessons from coaches.




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Narbonne safety Anthony Beavers Jr. commits to USC

USC's football staff continued its run of recruiting success with the commitment from safety Anthony Beavers Jr., a four-star prospect from Narbonne High.




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USC guard Elijah Weaver enters transfer portal, says goodbye to Trojans

USC sophomore guard Elijah Weaver entered the NCAA's transfer portal on Tuesday, saying goodbye to the Trojans in an Instagram post.




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Op-Ed: China's coronavirus statistics aren't the real problem

China's reporting obfuscations are blamed for the lack of U.S. preparedness. But other governments recognized the situation in China months ago and took action.




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Op-Ed: Trump's coronavirus failures? Thank Ronald Reagan

Conservative skepticism toward both science and government intervention has shifted from an ideology to a pathology.




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Column: Surprise! Humans can overcome tribalism to save the species

More humans may be exercising more flexibility and cooperation, in vaster global numbers, than at any other time in human history.




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Op-Ed: For an alcoholic, virtual recovery meetings are not only possible; they have some advantages

Dispatch from the pandemic: Times of stress can be life or death for a recovering alcoholic or addict




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Op-Ed: A chimpanzee's journey helps my son cope with the coronavirus lockdown in Paris

A touching video of Jane Goodall releasing a chimp into the wild makes my son sob. His tears may reveal frustration over our coronavirus-altered lives.




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Op-Ed: As coronavirus cases multiply, so does government disinformation

A graph of the spread of fake news -- conspiracy theories, propaganda and disinformation -- would likely run parallel to that of the coronavirus itself.




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Op-Ed: My family is separated by coronavirus. But with far-flung loved ones, the world doesn't seem so vast

Dispatch from the pandemic: Circumstances have forced my family to practice extreme social distancing




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Op-Ed: Why hasn't Trump employed his powers during the coronavirus crisis? He's too lazy

Rather than using his powers during the pandemic, Trump simply wants to be adored for having them.